allow split resizing with tmux-style ctrl-w+{hjkl}
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Description
It would be great to be able to resize splits in a way similar to the tmux way. I.e.:
Ctrl-w+{hjkl}, i.e.:
- press ctrl and keep it pressed all the way
- press w
- pressing {hjkl} moves the border of the splits
(note: this would complement nicely the already implemented:
- press crtl
- press w
- release crtl
- press {hjkl} to move between splits)
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Research direction
No files or tests are named. Start by tracing the existing Ctrl-W split-navigation handling described in the issue, then identify how split-border resizing can be invoked for h, j, k, and l while Ctrl remains pressed. Done means the four key combinations resize the relevant split without breaking the existing navigation behavior; add or update coverage if the existing keybinding tests are found.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- typescript, vscode
- Domain
- desktop, devtools
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 3/5
- Estimated time
- 1-2 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 45/100